Bill Marler

OCTOBER 23, 2022

By masking, socially distancing, getting vaccinated and boosted and avoiding travel, thus far I have avoided COVID. However, over the last months I have been ramping up travel again, but many Courts and Conferences have still accommodated virtual appearances. Here are a few of the talks I will be giving in the coming weeks: [link]. October 25 – National Grocers Associations Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit – in person.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The last couple of years have proven that digital experiences will continue to play a central role for quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Luckily, QSRs have no shortage of technologies at their disposal to help them achieve the sort of customer personalization that drives profits. But whether it’s mobile apps, kiosks, tablet-wielding employees, or AI and ML tools, they all rely on QSRs having a sound network infrastructure in place.

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AIA

OCTOBER 24, 2022

With many of us now heading back into the office 5 days a week, we’re back to organising lunches and snacks to get us through those long work days. With so many people once again utilising shared kitchen spaces in their places of work, the opportunity for cross-contamination and poor food safety practices are high. Rather than playing Russian roulette every time you prep your food in the office kitchen, become familiar with workplace food safety and ensure your always practising safe food

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Sculpture Hospitality

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Starting a franchise business is a great option for entrepreneurs. Not only does it come with the resources and branding you need to be successful, it also comes with lower risk, excellent support and even reduced startup costs.

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Bill Marler

OCTOBER 25, 2022

I am not! Case Counts. Total Adverse Illness Events: 393*. Hospitalizations: 133*. Deaths: 0. Last illness onset: September 4, 2022*. States with Adverse Illness Events: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MN, MS, MI, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI. Product Distribution: Nationwide*Estimate based on Consumer Complaint and CAERs reports received by the FDA.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 25, 2022

As our world becomes increasingly digitized- with the rise of food delivery services, QR Code Menus and online orders- it's more important than ever for restaurant owners and employees to become familiar with the latest threats to their business. QR scams have become particularly prevalent after the onset of the pandemic. While there’s no method that is 100% effective at preventing and eliminating new threats to businesses and their patrons, becoming familiarized with the way scammers

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Customer Experience 189

Sculpture Hospitality

OCTOBER 27, 2022

So, you have decided to improve your restaurant inventory management strategy. That’s great! Inventory management can help provide better insights, reduce waste, save time and improve your bottom line.

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Bill Marler

OCTOBER 26, 2022

So says a tweet from good Dr. Warriner (@kwarrine). Hey, next time invite me! And, yes, that is the book Poisoned.

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Food Safety 203

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Restaurants and customers are feeling the effects of inflation, according to the third quarter 2022 data for the Yelp Economic Average (YEA) report, The report reveals that inflation experiences have intensified for consumers in every state in the U.S. year over year, with reviews mentioning inflation up by 22 percent compared to Q3 2021. Yelp found that food businesses are seeing one of the largest increases of inflationary experiences compared to Q3 2021, followed by restaurants.

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Restaurant Management Restaurant Manager 182

Fast Casual

OCTOBER 27, 2022

To qualify for the list, each brand had to be no more than six years old, have at least one location open and have never appeared on this list in the past or on the annual list of Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers.

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Lavu

OCTOBER 24, 2022

When customers come to your restaurant, you want to provide speedy, seamless service that creates a smooth experience for both your guests and your staff. You can do that by offering frictionless payments. A survey by PYMNTS found, “97% of top performing restaurants offer digital wallet payment capabilities, while only 53% of bottom performers do the same.

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Bill Marler

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Per, award winning author, Jeff Benedict, the new edition of the book being published by Simon and Schuster is available for pre-order now and will coincide with the Netflix documentary coming in 2023. Man, I am getting – older.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 26, 2022

While using credit cards is a convenience for consumers, this form of payment represents a major cost center for restaurants. In fact, credit card processing fees rank as the third highest cost of doing business behind the cost of food and labor. As restaurants work to recover from the impact of the pandemic, interchange fees or “swipe” fees continue to curb their ability to grow and thrive.

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Inventory Management Point of Sale Purchasing Inventory 179

Fast Casual

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Effective leadership is not out of reach, and here are seven tips to help you lead your brand through the twists and turns ahead.

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Lavu

OCTOBER 22, 2022

No matter what the size of your business, one truth remains: cash flow is king. It’s the lifeblood of your business. Yet, while most small … 10 Cash Flow Management Best Practices for Restaurants Read More ». The post 10 Cash Flow Management Best Practices for Restaurants appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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Morrison Living

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We see them everywhere. New communities appearing all over the country advertising and promoting the newest trends and programs for memory care residents. It is one of the fastest growing sectors in senior living and will have a significant impact on the industry for the next several years. What is Memory Care? Memory care is a type of care in senior living communities that provides specialized, focus care for individuals with memory issues that most commonly stem from dementia or Alzheimer’s di

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 26, 2022

"The Menu" hits the screens next month and chefs are already dishing about the black comedy focused on fine-dining. Here are what some shared with us. Chef Jason Herandez – Corporate Director of Food & Beverage at Encore Resort at Reunion (Orlando, FL). "After watching the trailer I could say that I am very excited to see the movie.

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Fast Casual

OCTOBER 25, 2022

After reviewing the nominees, a panel of judges narrowed down the applicants by looking at their use of technology, menu innovation and future growth plans. We are honored to introduce the 2023 class of “20 Brands to Watch,” and predict they will continue to help the fast casual industry thrive.

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Chef's Toys

OCTOBER 25, 2022

A commercial deep fryer helps you cook large batches of fried foods like chicken wings and french fries. While a standard fryer takes up to 15 minutes to reach high temperatures, commercial models work much faster. Here at Chefs' Toys, we’re here to show you how to clean your fryer in order to keep your kitchen and employees safe. Explore Our Commercial Deep Fryers Why Should You Clean a Fryer?

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Kitchen Equipment Chef 52

Hobart

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Hobart rigorously tests and guarantees our parts to fit and function in equipment. Generic or non-OEM parts distributors often claim that generic parts are the equivalent to OEM parts in most ways except price. With varying industry opinions about the best option, we put the parts to the test.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Nearly 60 percent of restaurants in the U.S. have reduced their operating hours since 2019, according to a survey by Dataessential. The firm examined the operating hours for hundreds of thousands of locations across two time periods: October 2019 and October 2022., finding that 58.6 percent reduced their operating hours since 2019, while just 19.8 percent have increased them.

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Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Hospitality is important at Fresh Ideas and we believe that the key to excellent guest service is getting to know each person that walks through the door at our dining locations. We also recognize diversity as one of our key company values and its influence in the culinary world. Warm hospitality and celebrating diversity create an environment where everyone feels cared for and engaged.

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Fast Casual

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Effective leadership is not out of reach, and here are seven tips to help you lead your brand through the twists and turns ahead.

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Eating at a Meeting

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Megan Walker, Owner and Executive of Made by Meg had me at “health inspection score.” She was teaching an educational session at The Special Event back in 2017 on what food safety means and what planners need to know/ask of their caterers. Yes! When I surveyed hashtag#EventProfs on how often they asked their caterers about food safety practices before COVID, 70% of them said NEVER.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The modern restaurant and foodservice industry are facing the most challenging restaurant landscape in decades. After surviving the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurant operators are now facing record high food costs, ongoing labor shortages, inconsistencies in the supply chain, and quickly changing guest preferences. Additionally, many restaurateurs added or improved their off prem capabilities to stay afloat during the pandemic, but they are now seeing other gaps in their tech stack that

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Food Recovery Network

OCTOBER 28, 2022

by Dheeraj Bandaru This September I had the chance to attend the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, the first conference of its kind since 1969. I was invited to fly out to Washington, DC for the conference and joined FRN’s Executive Director Regina Anderson, fellow Student and Alumni Advisory Board (SAAB) members, and local FRN chapter leaders for this historic event.

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Eating at a Meeting

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Megan Walker, Owner and Executive of Made by Meg had me at “health inspection score.” She was teaching an educational session at The Special Event back in 2017 on what food safety means and what planners need to know/ask of their caterers. Yes! When I surveyed hashtag#EventProfs on how often they asked their caterers about food safety practices before COVID, 70% of them said NEVER.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Recent economic data forecasts a stormy season ahead for restaurant owners. Inflation in the U.S. is holding around eight percent, which is causing the cost of eating out to rise alongside price increases for everyday items such as gas and groceries. As business owners know well, when inflation rises consumers often cut discretionary spending. For restaurants, this presents a challenge: How can you keep attracting customers to your restaurant when consumer purse strings tighten?

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